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Best solution to send digital files to my DAC
Check out Bluesound Node 2i or Vault 2i if you need to rip cds to its internal drive.   
i am looking to replace my Krell with tube amps,
C-j and Quicksilver make some powerful tube amps.  
i am looking to replace my Krell with tube amps,
Be careful buying VTL used, they treat "used amps" different than those purchased new from a dealer.Warranty if any is void and depending on age repairs can easily get cost prohibitive 
Krell XD gear in the House Initial Impressions
It's most likely because it reads like an informercial right from the start.   It's a turn off to many people... 
Should I replace my Conrad Johnson PV-2 with a McIntosh C-28
My buddy has a c28, I relamped it for him and cleaned the controls.  I put it in my system and it was pretty good for it's age, it had a recap 5 years ago so it was in good order but I don't think it would better the PV2.   The PV2 was one of tje ... 
Cary SLI 80 crumped
Quicksilver Mid Monos have had some updates, individual bias for each tube including test jacks.  Bigger output tranny allowing KT120 and 150.I have a pair and they are awesome.   If i were to upgrade it would be to the new 60 watt monos... but if... 
Recommendation on power amp
I am certainly not alone in  calling out Audiotroll.... 
Impressing friends with your rig
None of my friends or family appreciate great audio, with the exception of my Dad.  He always had a nice system ,  still does.I am pretty humble so I don't show it off , but if someone asks.... 
Network player/streamer to feed NAD M51 DAC
I believe the same DAC is used in both units.  Blutooth is improvement is one of the major differences 
Network player/streamer to feed NAD M51 DAC
I think there is an improvement ,   I think overall the Node dac is pretty decent.   
Recommendation on power amp
Hopefully you have another Ayre dealer reasonably close that might let you home demo...  good luck on your search. 
Recommendation on power amp
Sad that a dealer selling components priced like that won't do a home demo... 
Recommendation on power amp
It's always great when you can audition an amp with your speakers.  What amps does your KEF dealer sell?   When I bought my speakers I was able to listen to them with my amps and pre.... Owning the KEFs already you have a benchmark how they sound ... 
Which would you choose; Pass 250.8, arc 75SE or luxman m900u?
Audiotroll can't post without upselling or steering in a sales pitch...  he's right they are the new car saleman of Audiogon....   
Power Tubes Quicksilver Mid Mino
The new Mid Monos apparently have separate bias for each tube and can take KT120 and KT150....  i asked Mike from Quicksilver a while back if KT90 were ok and he recommended against using them...   He said that they were voiced with EL34 and he re...